Philly weather: Dangerous heat prompts advisory for Thursday
PHILADELPHIA - The weekend chill is officially gone as the Philadelphia area prepares for some hot and humid days ahead.
What we know:
A heat advisory has been issued along the I-95 corridor for Thursday, with the heat index expected to reach 99 degrees.
Pop-up thunderstorms are expected for Thursday, bringing heavy rain, strong wind gusts and potentially lots of lightning. Additionally, an isolated tornado can not be ruled out for Thursday afternoon or evening.
What you can do:
Be sure to prepare for the dangerous heat by staying hydrated, checking on the elderly and pets, taking breaks in air conditioning when possible.
What's next:
Stormy days will turn to sunshine by Friday, the first official day of summer, as temperatures continue to rise to 99 degrees by next week.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by the FOX 29 Weather Team.